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Dance Lesson Reviews from Students

Students are raving about their Dance instructors on TakeLessons.
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Review by Ed

"Working with Kelly has been a lot of fun. She listens well and tailors her instructions very well. When I have needed additional review she is very pati

ent and supportive. She is a positive person which is a good thing when you are trying to learn new things. I recommend her highly."

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Chicago, IL teacher:
Kelly G.

Review by Jaclyn

"Amazing!

I have been dancing with Michelle for over 10 years. Michelle is professional and talented and just really awesome! If you want to take class fr

om someone who will take the time to make sure you do your best, take from Michelle!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Michelle A.

Review by kelsey

"Overall amazing teacher!

Karin was one of the best dance teachers I ever had! I took tap classes with her for about four years and she taught me everythi

ng I needed to know about tap. Her classes were challenging and fun and she always made sure I was performing at my very best. If you want someone that is going to teach you the skills you need to be THE best tap dancer I definitely recommend Karin!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Karin R.

Review by Nikki

"Fun, energetic, and talented teacher.

My boyfriend arranged private beginner tap classes for us as a Christmas present, and I was so lucky that he found

Karin to teach them! Each session was such a blast, and Karin is a truly gifted teacher. Hoping for another round of classes for my birthday ;)"

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New York, NY teacher:
Karin R.

Review by Charletta

"Fun with Dance

Hi my name is Marli Jorgensen. I am 15 years old and I have been dancing with Charletta Fry since March of this year. My brother, Brian wh

o is 11, and I enjoy her teaching very much. We have felt like we have become a dance family, she cares about our life outside of our dance life. She cares about our physical and mental health. She is also very concerned with teaching us the techniques to advance in our dancing. She is always interesting in her students teaching her as well. She is a very good choreographer and is always making dance routines for us all while we are having fun. We are glad to be continuing having her as our dance teacher. She has taught us so much and our very thankful to her."

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Charletta F.

Review by Zuzana

"Michelle is great! Very helpful, makes you feel at ease, and obviously an awesome dancer."

New York, NY teacher:
Michelle R.

Review by Arianna

"My daughter absolutely loves her, it was love at first sight, she was so excited because she said Tara looks like a princess and a wonderful instructor. S

o happy I found her."

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Tara B.

Review by Miko

"D’jenane S. is an exemplary performing artist and educator. D’jenane was a Mentor Artist at Youth in Arts for over two years, teaching about the culture

, dance and music of her native Haiti in both long and short-term residencies.

D’jenane also performed in our Assembly programs, bringing her internationally acclaimed troupe from Haiti to celebrate and honor the traditions of her culture. The opening ceremony of her Haitian Festival was held at Youth in Arts Gallery along with her costumes, photos and video of dance performances.

Youth in Arts is one of the leading arts education provider in the Northern California. Our mission is to provide the community with high quality experiences and instruction in the visual and performing arts. Youth in Arts’ programs are based upon the belief that a child’s balanced development and education must include the arts.

I served as D’jenane’s Supervisor and found her to be a remarkable educator and artist always willing to learn and grow. As a Mentor Artist she received consistently positive teacher evaluations. Teachers, administrators and students have loved working with her.

We received two consecutive California Arts Council grants to support D’jenane and honor her high quality artistic technique and knowledge. She is both a talented performer and educator. D’jenane’s manner and excellent artistry entrances teachers and students alike. Her technique and encouragement allows room for growth, creativity and unique self-expression.

D’jenane has continually proved to be an excellent collaborator, artist and leader, devoted to student success while accommodating various learning modalities. We miss her!"

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Minneapolis, MN teacher:
Djenane S.

Review by Michael

"Sarah is very professional and a joy to be taught be her. She is always on time and gets to know her students so she can help prepare a lesson. She teache

Khemya M.

Sarah G.

Reviews

Sarah is a fantastic teacher! She's patient, gives good constructive criticism, and is very flexible. My granddaughter loves her. I would recommend her to others.

Eva G. July 2, 2015
Singing ·
In home Verified Student

Sarah is very patient with my daughter. She tailors the class to her personality. She gets her to do the class in a fun way. She makes the class enjoyable but still focuses on her growth. She pushes Alexa enough to keep her going. She motivates her to learn. My daughter looks forward to her lessons. Recommend!

Frances C. December 16, 2014
Singing ·
In home Verified Student

Miss Sarah is an extraordinary teacher; her patience and care with my grand daughter is appreciated. Always willing to work with our schedule and focuses on what Corltyn's needs are. She is loved by my grand daughter.
Thank you Miss Sarah

Raycurt J.

Reviews

Paul M. June 24, 2015
Piano ·
In studio Verified Student

Mr. Raycurt is encouraging and patient. He has made learning piano exciting for me!

Dana R. April 7, 2015
Violin ·
In studio Verified Student

Mr. Johnson is a FABULOUS violin instructor. I haven't played in 20 years, and after a few lessons my technique is coming back. His teaching style is one where he pushes you beyond your expectations. He's an excellent teacher for beginners and experienced violinists. I also love that he is so talented in many genres of music...such a gifted violinist. Hope to play like him again soon. I highly recommend this teacher.

Jesse C. November 23, 2014
Violin ·
In studio Verified Student

Raycurt has developed and implemented a constructive way for beginners to understand the violin, comprehend music theory, and figure out how to make this instrument sound good!

(It's not easy to do...)

Khemya M.

I have taught ages from 5-Adult. I graduated from S.F. State in Dance Ethnology, and took up the study of Ethnic dance styles of Afro-Cuban and West African of Guinea and Congo. Prior to this I studied in Ballet, Jazz and Modern and tap.

Reviews

Karm B. June 30, 2015
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

Khemya is so patient, and was able to make a connection with Rajen so easily. Her empathy and overall sense of caring really made the lessons special. She communicated with him in a really great way, and he got a lot out of the lessons. We can't recommend her enough!

Rebecca L.

Astoria, NY

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Chicago, IL

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Kenya C.

Wyoming, RI

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Rebecca L.

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Rayna July 21, 2015
Opera Voice ·
Online

I have greatly enjoyed having Rebecca as my teacher. She was very dedicated to helping me improve and genuinely cared about my success. Her breathing techniques were the best I have ever seen. She has also helped display my strengths and add to my love of singing. Her flexibility was also very helpful.

lucia P. May 20, 2013
Opera Voice

Rebecca Luttio is an amazing voice teacher

Rebecca is an Incredible person to study voice with, She has and inspiringly beautiful sound, and she's really friendly, upbeat, positive, and always enthusiastic about what were doing. Every time I don't understand something, she finds a new way to explain it, and seems to have an infinite amount of patients. I feel like what has changed the most since I began taking lessons with Rebecca, Is the physical training that comes with singing opera, as well as learning how to use your air and broadening your range, which would have never crossed my mind before. I really like that she is a student as well as a teacher and comes to every lesson with new Ideas. For me the couple years we have worked together so far have really changed the way I sing with my whole body, I would recommend her to anyone who really loves to sing.

Daniel K.

Reviews

Very friendly, competent, and enthusiastic. This is the teacher I've been looking for.

Kim W. May 15, 2015
Singing ·
In home Verified Student

Daniel is the real deal. He is extremely knowledgable and honest about what level you are at and what it will take to move forward.

Kathleen R. July 31, 2014
Guitar ·
In studio Verified Student

Dan has been a great teacher thus far. He is patient and finds material that I find interesting while keeping me engaged during the lesson. He has helped me with some vocal tips as well! I really am getting my money's worth taking lessons with him. I would recommend Dan to any aspiring musician in need of lessons!

Kenya C.

Reviews

JamesB2 December 9, 2011

Kenya C

Although, I've never met Kenya personally, my usually shy daughter has been completely comfortable around her. I a few short lessons she's already learned sooooo much. My daughter and I both look forward to more lessons from her in the very near future. Thanks TakeLessons and THANK YOU KENYA!

MichelleC3 January 22, 2011

I wish I could have continued my lessons. Hopefully I'll be able to continue this in the future, but wanted to say that Kenya is a very kind and patient teacher, and I hope to be able to take lessons from her again when the time comes. I really liked her approach to teaching an old dog like myself.

SarahL2 January 10, 2010

Students' mother

Kenya is a great teacher. She is very encouraging and has a good read on my 8 and 5 yr olds so as to not push too much but is by no means a push over. I like her soft spoken firm style.

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